At this moment, there are thousands of individuals depending on us. That’s why we need your help. To continue helping those in need in the Capital Region, we need your votes. Through Times Union Gives, we are eligible to win a $10,000 advertising grant. Vote now!

We’re not just a gym—we’re a philanthropic organization, working to help our community. Here’s what you’re voting for:

Childcare

More than 3,107 families benefit from financial assistance. Of those, 535 children receive assistance for school-age children. From helping infants develop trust and security, helping pre-schoolers learn about their world, to helping school-age students build confidence and a positive view of their self-worth, we help children develop into caring young adults.

Camp Assistance

Camp is about having fun, and so much more. Over 3,566 children enjoyed Y summer camp. Of those, 370 were able to attend because of financial assistance. Camp is about trying new things, making new friends, developing confidence, and learning new skills. Most of all, it’s about teaching children the value of caring about themselves and others.

Teen Development

Through programs such as Youth in Government and Black and Latino Achievers, we teaching students in middle and high school the value of making a difference. We help them prepare by mentoring teens, providing career readiness programs, and developing life skills needed to become successful in college and beyond.

Circle of Champs

This program offers help to families with a child who has a life-threatening illness. Not only do we host fun events for these children, we also give families the chance to focus on fun, rather than the next doctor’s appointment.

Assisting our Veterans

A key element of our mission focuses on Social Responsibility. We fulfill this mission by giving back to our community and helping our veterans with the programs and services they need.

Health and Wellness

We provide a host of unique programs to help those dealing with chronic diseases. We have a LIVESTRONG® program which helps cancer patients find a new normal, as well as programs dedicated to Parkinson’s disease, and Diabetes.

Strengthening Families

From providing safe, welcoming care to a child whose mom has lost her job, to providing help to a father who’s survived cancer, to providing fellowship to a senior whose spouse has passed, every day, our Y is making a real difference in your community.

Y-Knot Sailing

Your vote will make sure sailors enjoy recreational, instructional and competitive sailing on Lake George and beyond, regardless of their physical abilities, or their ability to pay. This important program continues to grow, and with your support, we will be able to share our love of sailing with even more people.

Urban Park Revitalization

We are committed to providing our community with safe, welcoming spaces where children and the adults in their lives can flourish. Your vote will help us build safe spaces for families to play and stay together.

Water Safety

Look for us in the pool, teaching children how to be safe in and around the water. This includes providing swim lessons to children at local facilities who may not have the opportunity otherwise. Through our FROG program, we are able to help children with special needs learn to swim. The program is open to the public and we welcome children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other physical limitations.

You can vote once a day, every day until voting closes on December 7th. Help us help our community. Vote now!